Maintenance Technician

Pratum Co; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two weeks paid vacation

Three weeks sick leave

Eleven paid holidays

Health & welfare benefits

Job summary

Pratum Companies in Baltimore, MD is seeking a residential property maintenance technician to support the Maintenance Supervisor on projects and daily repairs.

You will perform preventative maintenance, make-readies, respond to service requests, inspect systems, and assist with emergencies. A high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience are required; HVAC, electrical, and plumbing knowledge is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Must read/write English fluently and perform basic math.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in residential property maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor on maintenance projects including preventive maintenance of building components and systems.
• Complete resident service requests promptly.
• Perform make-ready tasks: painting, appliance repair, plumbing, electrical work.
• Inspect facilities and equipment for safety and cleanliness.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate repairs with relevant personnel.
• Inspect alarms and schedule repairs as needed.
• Perform snow removal as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

General maintenance

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Repair equipment

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Maintenance Supervisor on special maintenance projects, which may include preventative maintenance of building components and/or mechanicals
• Complete resident service requests in a timely fashion
• Make-ready procedures:Paint, appliance repair, plumbing, electrical fixtures, repairor replaceold faulty parts; checks locks, replacelight bulbs.
• Preventative Maintenance; Make regular inspections of grounds, buildings, plumbing, electrical fixtures, appliances, and major equipment: checks for appearance and cleanliness, checks for structural cracks, excessive wear; and faulty parts.
• Respond quickly in the event of an emergency, notify appropriate personnel, and follow safety protocol
• Inspect alarm systems such as carbon dioxide and fire protection and quickly schedule repairs when needed
• Perform snow removal as required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Basic understanding of HVAC, electrical, plumbingand other systems
• Working knowledge and experience in general apartment maintenance and repair,
• Strong understanding or related experience to ensure the ability to recognize electrical, plumbing, and mechanical malfunctions or equipment failure.
• Experienced in operating a variety of equipment's and small hand tools
• Working knowledge of repair to common appliances and devices
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Education

High school diploma, GED or Equivalent. This position requires the ability to read and write Englishfluently, accurately perform intermediate mathematical functions and understand and perform all on-site resident management software functions.

Professional Experience

A minimum of three years’ experience as a residential property management maintenance technician. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Must be able to speak to tenants and maintain good working relations with other staff members, tenants, and supervisor as well as any contract laborers working on the property.

Computer Skills

Basic computer/Internet knowledge

Physical Demands

Must be capable of physically accessing all exterior and interior parts of the property and amenities, push, pull, lift, carry or maneuver weights of up to 50lbs. independently and 100 lbs. with assistance.

Learning & Development

Maintain a commitment to ongoing personal development and career growth though career path activities provided through the corporate office and external sources as needed.

This role is non-exempt and has an anticipated hourly pay range of $25.00 for a new employee depending on a number of relevant factors including individuals’ experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, client/property or company budgetary limitations/guidelines, and other job-related company and market considerations. This position may be eligible to receive discretionary and/or performance-based bonuses on a spot or annual basis, which are variable depending on individual merit/performance, budgetary limitations, company performance, and other job-related factors. This non-exempt role will be eligible for overtime for all hours worked in excess of 40 per week. Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for 2 weeks paid vacation, 3 weeks sick and related leave, 11 paid holidays, and health & welfare benefits as outlined on the Company’s website. To learn more about our company and our benefits, go to: https://pratumco.com/careers/

Pratum Companies is committed to a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #ZR